How to Apply Antique Black Finish on Wood

Whether it's a solid oak or a beautiful cherry or walnut, quality wood can last a lifetime. From thrift shops to auction houses, wood furniture in various stages is looking for the loving touch of a refinisher. With a bit of black paint, it's possible to turn an old piece of wood furniture into a treasured showpiece.

Damp cloth
Flat-head screwdriver
Wire brush
Sandpaper
Black latex paint
Brush or roller
Clean rags
Bucket
Metallic paint
Clear polyurethane sealer

Instructions

- 1
  Clean wood with a damp cloth. Use a flat-head screwdriver to clean gunk out of crevices and corners and a wire brush to remove heavy grime.
- 2
  Remove all hardware such as knobs, drawer pulls and removable ornaments.
- 3
  Sand the wood with a medium-grit sandpaper. Sanding will help the base coat bond to the wood. Wipe the dust away with a damp cloth.
- 4
  Apply several coats of black latex paint using your preferred method. It doesn't matter if you use the brush method, rollers or even a spray paint. Let the paint dry completely between layers.
- 5
  Rub edges and crevices with sandpaper. Lightly sand areas that might naturally be worn, like edges, around handles and sides.
- 6
  Dip a clean rag into metallic paint and lightly apply around edges, crevices and sanded areas. Let dry for two hours.
- 7
  Apply a coat of clear polyurethane sealer using a brush, roller or spray. Let dry for at least 24 hours.
- 8
  Reattach knobs, pull handles and ornamental items.

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